Ubuntu: Malware in Screensaver from Gnome-Look.org

A desktop screensaver available from Gnome-Look.org was reported to be a malware, which downloads an unauthorized script. This script is believed to enable a possible DDoS attack. The screensaver has been immediately removed from the website after the malware was confirmed at this thread at Ubuntu forums.

This seems harmless. Also, the site in question [ www.mmowned.com ] advertises protection against DOS attacks. This can be a good prank revenge on the company or, this can be a part of something big by making all these affected computers into bots.

If you have already installed the screensaver, remove it and protect your computer by issuing the commands: